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Hirschsprung Disease
Hirschsprung''s disease is a blockage of the large intestine due to improper muscle movement in the bowel. It is a congenital condition, which means it is present from birth.Muscle contractions in the gut help digested ...
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Symptoms
Constipation
Gas
Abdominal Swelling
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Causes
Muscle contractions in the gut help digested materials move through the intestine. This is called peristalsis.
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Tests
During a physical examination, the doctor may be able to feel loops of bowel in the swollen belly. A rectal examinat...
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Treatments
The abnormal section of colon must be surgically removed. Sometimes this can be done in one operation.
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Available Treatments
Drugs
No Known Drug Therapy
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Risk Factors
Male Gender
Family History of Hirschsprung's disease
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Complications
Enterocolitis
Short Bowel Syndrome
Intestinal Perforation
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Prevention
No known prevention
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